Two-month ban on fishing kingfish in Oman from Aug 15
Muscat: The Ministry of Agricultural Wealth, Fisheries, and Water Resources (MAFWR) has announced a two-month ban on the catching and trading of kingfish within the Sultanate of Oman.
The prohibition will be in effect from August 15 to October 15, 2024, in accordance with Ministerial Resolution No. (230/2014). This decision aims to protect the kingfish population and ensure sustainable fishing practices. The ministry has urged all fishermen, fish transporters, and related businesses to comply with the ban and register their existing kingfish stocks before the ban commences.
Key points:
Ban period: August 15 to October 15, 2024
Reason: Protect kingfish population and ensure sustainable fishing
Affected parties: Fishermen, fish transporters, companies involved in fishing, transport, purchase, sale, and export of kingfish
Action required: Register kingfish quantities before the ban The ministry has emphasised the importance of cooperation from all stakeholders to avoid legal penalties for violations.
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